Rappahannock News, July 28, 1999

****** * 122nd Year... No. 30 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, JULY 28, 1999 www.timespapers.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Annual Farm Show a big hit for 4-Hers The Rappahannock Farm Show was held in Culpeper July 21-26. A complete list of winners will appear next week. See more farm show photos, Page B1 Speaker series to continue Ragged Mountain Resource Center presents: “Blue Ridge to the Bay” Speaker Series on Sunday, Aug. 1 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Rappahannock County Library. The program entitled, ‘Terrestrial and Streamside Salamander Monitoring in Shenandoah National Park” will be presented by Robin Jung of Patuxent Wildlife Research Center and fellow staff Chris Addison, Rebecca Holmes, John Whissel and Jennifer Shirk with U.S. Geological Survey Primnet Amphibian Research Crew. All ages are welcome, free admission. Girls basketball tryouts planned JV Girls Basketball try-outs will begin on Aug. 9 at the Rappahannock County High School gym. Tryouts will begin at 9 a.m. and end at 11 a.m. All participants must have a completed V.H.S.L. physical. For further information contact Coach Rhonda Jenkins at 675-3083. Happenings in Rappahannock • Monday, Aug. 2 at 2 p.m. Rappahannock Board of Supervisors to meet at the courthouse. Agenda items include: Old Business. Office Space, Commissioner of the Revenue and Treasurer. New Business: Resolution - Drought Disaster; Resolution - Bust of George Washington; Automobile Lift-Bus Shop and Supplemental Appropriation - Clerk’s Office Imaging Equipment. There will be no 7 p.m. session for August. • Tuesday, Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m., Rappahannock School Board meeting at the Rappahannock County High School library. • Wednesday, Aug. 11 at 7:30 p.m., Washington Town Council to meet at the town hall. Rappahannock News ' P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Crowd favorite Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Ebom Miss Virginia, Crystal Lewis, of Roanoke helped kick off this year’s Flint Hill fireman’s parade. Despite the oppressive heat and humidity, the street was lined with revelers. Drought impact likely long term BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Despite some significant rain in the area last week, the impact of this year’s drought is likely to _ be sustained for at least a year. Poor hay and grain yields, pasture damage, undersized fruit, impending animal feed stock shortages and resultant higher feedstock prices, falling cattle prices due to drought-induced sales—all point toward some leaner years for Rappahannock and regional farmers. In an industry that can show marginal returns in good years, and for a county totally reliant upon its farms, at least for their contribution to the serenity of the area, this is bad news indeed. Though farming in Rappahannock may not be the County’s greatest income producer, there should be little question that the character of Rappahannock is heavily farm-based and dependent. In large measure, as the farms and farmers succeed, so succeeds Rappahannock. Climatological forecasts do show some positive indications, and perhaps normal levels of precipitation can be counted upon to mitigate drought damage already wrought. The latest National Weather Service water supply statement projects precipitation for the period July 15 to Aug. 15 to be above normal, with temperatures in the near normal range. Soil moisture levels have improved somewhat in the last week, and their “severely dry” state has been upgraded, generally to “excessively dry.” On the other hand, short-term weather forecasts show moderately high temperatures and only a slight chance of rain over the next week, perhaps reversing recent moisture gains and further stressing crops, animals, and humans. Good fortune is relative, however, and Rappahannock farms have been dealt a slightly softer blow than have most surrounding counties. Precipitation to date for the year in Rappahannock shows at 21.70 inches, a deficit of 1.40 inches and Source: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center 94 percent of normal, while Madison is running a deficit of 6.20 inches (75 percent of normal), Culpeper is receiving 83 percent of normal precipitation, and Albemarle 76 percent. Stream flow data though, is not reassuring. A look at the Rappahannock flow downstream in Remington illustrates the results of last week’s rains, but shows a return to levels approaching only 10 percent of normal for the date. Stream flow is, of course, some indication of ground water levels and saturation and, in this case, portrays a situation in which there is little reserve in the event of a return to reduced precipitation. Farmer and Supervisor candidate Bryant Lee’s family orchard, Lee’s Orchard, is suffering the consequences of the drought. He relates that the earlier apple varieties show diminished size and, in general, quality. Those apples selected for juice See DROUGHT, Page A8 ck News "‘I' fy iTl ' Eborn PARCHED: Hay and com are two commodities in short for area farmers hard hit by this summer’s drought. T. Tepper introduced, office gets approval BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock NewsStaff Writer The county Planning Commission we'comed a new member and gave final approval for Dr. Dale Sehusterman to move his chiropractic office at its July meeting. Also discussed were the subdivision ordinance, limousine and executive sedan services and the telecommunications ordinance. Everyone was present except for Ron Frazier. New membjer Commission Chair Dr. Werner Krebser introduced Tom Tepper as the new commission representative from the Stonewall-Hawthorne District. Tepper, who is an architect by trade and has lived in the county since 1992, replaces Sharon Pierce. Ms. Pierce resigned her seat a couple of months ago. Chiropractic Office The commission unanimously approved a final site plan for Rappahannock Chiropractic Services. Dr. Sehusterman wishes to purchase a house just west of Washington, offofU.S. 211, and relocate his office there. The revised plan included a deceleration lane from U.S. 211, widening of pavement in one stretch to allow two vehicles to pass and riiore parking than required by local ordinances. A number of commission members expressed their pleasure at how thorough the site plan was. Subdivision ordinance Dr. Krebser, Frazier and L.G. “Butch” Zindel met previous to this meeting to discuss proposed changes to the county subdivision ordinance in light of Virginia House Bill 2324 taking effect Jan. 1. As a result of this bill becoming law, counties will no longer be allowed to have a special exception process for subdivisions. In addition, the commission will still review plats for subdivisions but cannot require a site plan. The county can, however, still require a special exception in certain cases, such as clusters or town centers and steep mountain slope development. Many of the proposed changes centered around changing the wording in certain sections to remove mention of special exceptions. They suggested reviewing zoning categories and standards for lot sizes for residential lots. In addition, it was suggested that section 147-40 of the county codes - which requires a special exception for resubdividing lots that have already been subdivided - be removed. The commission will study the matter further. Limousine service McCarthy addressed the commission briefly on limousine and executive sedan services. As the result of a bill recently signed into law by Governor Gilmore, procedures for regulating these services will now be separate from procedures regulating taxi services. Previously, the same regulations governed both. See PLANNING, Page A8 Town comp plan wrapped at joint session BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer At a joint work session Monday night, the Washington Town Council and the Planning Commission reviewed and refined the revised “Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Washington, Virginia.” Working session attendance was just sufficient for a quorum, and included Mayor Stu Willis and Council members Steve Critzer, Charles Tompkins and Alice Butler, and Planning Commission members Mitzie Young and Jeanne Butler. Though the Comprehensive Plan revisions consisted primarily of syntactical and grammatical changes, some of the plan’s policy elements were addressed and modified. No other Washington town residents were in attendance, but a joint Tbwn Council/Planning Commission public hearing on the plan will be scheduled at the August Tbwn Council meeting, and will probably be held in September. The plan defines the town in terms of character, population, natural features, economic issues, and finances, and addresses town goals, objectives and policies, and serves as a blueprint for town development. The final revisions to the plan were agreed upon at Monday’s session.

Summers Oiled with hummingbirds are a delight Imagine a summer without hummingbirds! How well I remember when these iridescent birds became very rare; at the same time, fireflies disap r~ . i A < All Things Wild An6 r Wondcrful John Trott family of birds. The 2 1/4 inch-long Bee Hummingbird of Cuba has that distinction. The largest is an 8 1/2-inch bird — the size of a robin — of the Andes Mountains of South America. This peareu irom summer nights. Massive spraying of DDT in the 1960s decimated populations of the tiny birds and “lightnihg bugs.” After DDT was banned for use in the U.S. in 1973 (we still produce it for shipment to other countries), the little birds made a slow start lit a comeback. Ibday, they are agadi comrtion. The story with the firefly the same. Now Pur days are again, filled With lightning flashes of darting hummingbirds, and summer nightmre started with the pale green fire oFnreflies. The hummingbird W$ see in the northern Virginia Piedirlont is the Ruby-throated. At slightly over 3 inches from the top of the bill to the end of the tail, this mite is not the smallest of this distinctly^New World Dira is so rare i couia not find a common name in my books. The fast official assessment of hummingbird species was made in 1945,' whetf 319 species were listed. Eleven new,Species have been discovered since that year, and ornithologists predigt that more are .unknown to science. The total may reach 339 after the lajpt rare hummer is located in some rartote valley in the Andes. Nineteen species occur in the United States. These are all in the west, where they have such evocative names as Buff-breasted, Caliope, Rufous and Violet-crowned. Arizona is the state in which one can see the most species. All are illuminated with iridescent plumage that causes them to glint and gleam like jewels in certain lights. Males, as usual, are the most brilliantly colored. (The vividly colored feathers on the throats of males are called gorgets.) To balance out that seeming inequity, males are smaller than the females. Every hummingbird watcher knows how feisty these little birds can be. Males have feeding territories which they fiercely guard against all other hummingbirds, male and female, and even against moths and bees. Females also have distinct territories in which they feed and nest with no help from males, who, after mating with several, even many, females, spend their time feeding and fighting. This can be verified by a close watch at the feeder. If a male dares to dart into a female’s designated space, he is fiercely driven away. Hummingbirds can back out of a flower, shift sideways and hover motionless with wings moving so rapidly they are a blur. The tiny bird can also zip upwards or zoom down. In flying straight, their wings beat 75 times a second. For hovering to sip nectar, the wings slow to 55 beats per second and speed up to 61 beats per second when backing out of a flower. All of these figures were determined with slow-motion photography. Iridescent colors of plumage are not the only way in which hummingbirds are distinct from other birds. They have long, brush-tipped, tubular tongues for sipping nectar. This tongue, like a built-in “drinking straw,” can be extended far beyond the tip of the long bill and withdrawn depend on hummingbirds for pollination. In return for this unwitting service, the flowers provide nectar an$l insects. Temperatures in the Andes Mountains of Peru can dip below freezing at night. Hummingbirds adjust to this by becoming dormant and sinking into a torpor; all metabolic processes are nearly stilled until the birds are warmed by the tropical sun the next day. The great American ornithologist and painter of birds, John James Audubon, wrote when rilled with nectar. Nectar is only a part of the food needed by these birds, which have a metabolic rate that t requires them to con sume 2UU percent ot their own ^ weight daily. Hummingbirds also < seek out and eat tiny insects that provide needed protein. In the American tropics, where the numbers of hummingbird species are astonishing, many flowers in tne early 19th century that a hummingbird "... fs a glistening fragment of the rainbow.” That is one attempt to describe them. Writers have struggled to find words to describe these avian 3 jewels for 300 years. - - - Virginia naturalist John Trott may he contacted at: P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va., 22747. Virginia High School League and who is involved » 4 •“ * ' ' • * BY MICHAEL TUPP$R Rappahannock News Contributing Writer What is the Virginia4ligh * School League? I am asked this question often. I thought I would give a brief history of the Virginia High School League and list the current schools in our district and region. _» The Virginia High School League, Inc., is an organization of the public higfi schools in the Commonwealth*- of Virginia. Public schools Jk)in with the approval oftheiru)cal school boards. The headcfuarif ters of the Virginia High School League ie located in Charlottesville. The League seeks student participation in desirable school (activities by Conducting or supporting programs of ipterscholastic activities in all fields. ' , The League originated as a student activity of the Washington and Jefferson Societies at the University of Virginia In 1918. debating was sponsored in some 20 nearby schools. The following year oral reading was added to the literary program. Thereafter, CONTROL VEST AND TGlU^ FREE INSPECTION! 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Membership grew so rapidly that by 1926. the League realized that the legislative responsibilities of the League should be vested in representatives of member schools. All activities now were coordinated under one organization. The organization had a Legislative Council, which consisted of principals, and a smaller Executive Committee. How the organization-governed was restructured in 1995 to make the Executive Committee the chief legisla Rappahannock County High School Girls’ Varsity and Junior Varsity Basketball Schedule Sept. 2 Page County Home Sept. 7 Luray Home Sept. 9 Handley Away Sept. 13 Luray Away Sept. 21 Brentsville Away Sept. 23 Clarke County Home Sept. 28 Madison County Away Sept. 30 Page County Away 1999-2000 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. tive body with its action subject to review by the membership. In 1946, the League was reorganized. The reorganization attracted the membership of 350 of the 393 high schools in the state in 1946-47. Presently all 1 t two of the state’s accredited public high schools are members of the League. In "the prescription for damaged furniture. • On-site Repairs • Gouges, Burns • Broken Joints • Scratches, Dents • Scuffs, Scrapes • Chair Reeluino • Locally owned and operated (540) 636-1793 Toll Free (888) 783-8885 1960, classifications were restructured with the district organization within each group extended to regional programs in each of four areas of the state. From 1951 to present, the Virginia High School League has initiated a revised training program for officials in all sports. The officials must be registered and pass a final examination. The growth of female athletics prompted the League, in 1968, to begin coordinating those activities. In 1972, a Girls Sports Committee was developed to assist in the leadership of the girls athletic programs. In 1973, the League developed a League information program designed to better serve its member schools. In 1981, the League was incorporated , thus becoming the Virginia High School League, Inc. In 1989, the League moved its headquarters from the University of Virginia’s Zehmer Hall, to P a n t o p s Mountain overlooking Charlottesville. Currently, Rappahannock County High School is a member of the Bull Run District. The Bull Run District YYHAT ARE YOl WAITIM. FOR? ,ivD Want Some Great Reasons To Drop Cable And Switch vTfu o k k To A Digital Satellite System From DISH Network? M<irv ChamuL.-More Choiffs.' 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Rappahannock County High School Girls' and Boys’ 1999-2000 Cross Country ]'• Schedule Away 5 p.m. Home 5 p.m. Home 5 p.m. Away 5 p.m. Away 5 p.m. Home 5 p.m. Home 4 p.m. Sept. 9 Luray Sept. 15 Page Sept. 22 MC, GM, CC Sept. 29 Manassas Park Oct. 13 Strasburg Oct. 20 BD, GM, MP Oct. 27 Districts “Little Voice”, a British hit, comes to The Theatre July 30 BY ROSIE DAY Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Jane Horrocks stars t4s Little Voice, a shy and reclusive young woman who speq&s in a barely audible whisper. Still grieving for her dead father, she spends her tinie alone listening to his recoftl collection, coming out of h$r shell briefly when she burets out with startling and stunning impersonations of vocalists like Judy Garland, Marion Monroe and Shirley Bassey. - Mari (Oscar-nominated Brenda Blethyn), is irritaled by her daughter’s reclusion and singing until a sljroy agent (Michael Caine) convinces her that Little Vowe can be a star and make their fortunes. ~Director Mark Hermah (“Brassed Off”) adapted h*s script from the stageplaV which premiered in London in 1992 and starred Horrock? While Horrock’s performance alone would be enough tio carry the film, Herman surrounds her with a terrific ca^t including Caine, Blethyn, Jim Broadbent (“The Crying Game”) and Ewan McGregor (“Trainspotting”). Of “Littlje Voice”, Rolling Stone says “You’ll be spellbound! Brenda Blethyn is stunningly good, Jane Horrocks Js a wonder, and Michael Cair^e is perfection!” RAAC will pre sent this movie Friday, July 3i0 at 8 p.m.. Rated R. 96 minutes

Art-film series survives BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Special Writer Everyone loves a good movie. But all too often, mainstream movies are not that good, straight out of Hollywood and loaded with sex, violence and profanity. Some of the best movies only play in large cities, where the movie-goer is more discerning. But since 1983, The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community has been showing films, so called “art” films, in Washington. Thanks to Rosie Day, Wendy Weinberg, and others, the films are still being shown at The Theater in Washington twice a month. Rosie Day has been selecting the movies and coordinating the events since 1995. Before that, Bill Young had been in charge. Mrs. Day says, “1.11 Young became ill. I stopped in to see how he was doing. He needed some help, and that’s how I got started.” _ Mrs. Day researches her selections carefully. She reads reviews of movies in publications such as The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and other sources. Then, she will usually travel to see the movie before making her selection. She also talks to numerous people to get ideas and find out tvhat is out there. Mrs. Day says, “I usually read a lot about movies. I know when they’re being made. And I see most of the movies before I show them. It doesn’t have to necessarily be something I like. Sometimes I see them and I won’t show them.” Months in advance, Mrs. Day has to order the film so that she can put together the schedule and film flyer that is mailed out to 1200 people. On the front of the flyer are small versions of the movie’s poster and the schedule. On the back are synopses and Mrs. Day’s own “slant”, if she has already reeen the movie. .. , When asked about the series’ success, Mrs. Day Rosie Day eagerly reels off the biggest “hits” she has brought to The Theater, “The Postman” (Italian), “Babe” (Australian), “The English Patient”, “Shall We Dance” (Japanese), “The Full Monty” (British), “The Horse Whisperer”, and “Shakespeare In Love”. The most popular films have been foreign films. These films are fresh, intelligent, and celebrate life, unlike so much of the fodder coming out of Hollywood. Coming up this summer at The Theater, on July 30, “Little Voice” with Michael Caine, Jane Horrocks (best known as “Bubbles” on the British comedy series “Absolutely Fabulous”) and Brenda Blethyn. This is one of my favorite movies from the past year, with enough joy and pathos to fill anyone’s soul. On Aug. 13, “The Wonderful Horrible Life of Leni Riefenstahl” about a woman filmmaker who created the most effective propaganda film ever made, “Triumph of the Will”, for Hitler. She never joined the Nazi party and had to spend the rest of her life living down her association with the Third Reich. „ And on Aug. 27, finally “Life is Beautiful”, which has been difficult for Mrs. Day to get. She scheduled the movie iTrail date set for Joseph Johnson The trial for Joseph C. Johnson is scheduled to begin on Monday, Oct. 25 at 9:30 a.m. Johnson is charged with i homicide and use of a firearm in commission of a felony in t the shooting death of Willie Steve Nichols Jr. in March. Johnson’s attorney, Cindy Decker, has until Aug. 6 to file pre-trial motions. Motions will be heard on Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. Johnson will continue to be held without bail. 66 I usually read a lot about movies. I know when they’re being made. Rosie Day twice before, but both attempts were unsuccessful as the movie became unavailable. This unfortunate incident does not normally plague the series. But when it does, Mrs. Day does everything she can to let everyone on the mailing list know that the movie will not be showing. To get on the mailing list, or to inquire about schedules, series ticket, or anything else, please call Mrs. Day at (540) 675-3182. The movies always show on a Friday night and start at 8 p.m. And if you want to buy a subscription to the six-film series, you receive one free ticket. Library’s ‘98-’99 budget on target BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Library Board President Franklin Warner took special notice of and gave praise to Treasurer Helen Platt for her expert management of the library’s fiscal affairs. His remarks at the Library Board’s July meeting, echoed by the other Board members, came after Helen Platt reported ‘98-’99 actual expenditures of $97,225.19 and actual income of $97,547.60 versus a budgeted amount of $98,658.00, leaving a net cash balance of $322.41 for the fiscal year. In other Library financial news, Finance Committee chair John Hartline reported that the full committee had met and agreed with the recommendation of advisors James Jamieson and Ed Barton to invest $40,000 of the Lucas bequest in Triple A-rated government bonds, with a specific investment recommendation forthcoming. This investment approach would take advantage of the low risk and reasonable rate of return (6 to 7 percent) of these government securities. The Board voted its approval of the recommendation. Salamander monitoring in the SNP In his report, Library Director David Shaffer noted that there will be a presentation at the library on Aug. 1 entitled “Terrestrial and Streamside Monitoring in the Shenandoah National Park.” The presentation is a part of the Ragged Mountain Resource Center’s “Blue Ridge to the Bay” Speaker Series, and will feature Robin Jung, Chris Addison, Rebecca Holmes, John Whissel and Jennifer Shirk of the Terrestrial Salamander Monitoring Program. They will show slides and discuss their long-term monitoring program in the Park, the program’s goals and objectives, the species of salamanders investigated, the methods of sampling and assessment, and the importance of this bioindicator to all of us. Director Shaffer also reported that the July 4th Book Sale was very successful, netting more than $2500. He thanked Lois Snead and Grace Sims for their efforts in organizing the event. The Summer Reading program has been well-attended, according to Shaffer, with over 60 children signed up. The July 31 program features Bill Wellington of WOOF Radio fame, who will sing and tell stories, and will probably be accompanied by his reportedly “very shy mouse.” The-Library was the unexpected recipient of a new Gateway computer system from the State Library. This computer will be dedicated to staff use, and has been provided to facilitate submission of reports to the Commonwealth. Other activities • The library ordered a new copier to replace its failing machine. • A series of paintings by Steve Wagner of Sycamore Hill B&B is on display in the library entryway and in the Jamieson Room. • Helen Platt noted that there was library card reciprocity with Fauquier, Culpeper and Warren counties, and that Rappahannock Library card holders could get cards in those libraries by presenting their Rappahannock cards. • There will be no August Library Board meeting. Brandy Knighting trains in Coast Guard Brandy Lynn Knighting, daughter of Roy Alan Knighting of Front Royal and Kathleen Knighting of Warrenton and granddaughter of Roy Lee and Martha Knighting of Castleton began an eight-week basic training course with the United States Coast Guard On June 22 at Cape May, N.J. Brandy joined under a special reserve program for students. She is a squad leader of her recruit company and will graduate on Aug. 13. Upon completion of basic training, Brandy will be a Seaman Apprentice. She will also report to Coast Guard Station Curtis Bay for her drills. There she will be involved in environmental protection and pollution spill response. Brandy has been interested in the Coast Guard since entering high school, particularly on the chance it would afford her an opportunity to study Marine Science. ' Brandy’s only contact with her family is letters that she is able to write on Sundays. 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Japanese students experience farm life BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer Some of us have probably never milked a cow, fed chickens or made butter. Fifty students from Yokohama Hayato High School in Japan got to do that and more on July 21 at Jordan River Farm in Huntly. The day on the farm was part of a week and-a-half trip to the states for these students, the school’s Vice Principal, Mrs. Suzuki, and two male Japanese chaperones. They were accompanied by six American group leaders, all college-age, and three staff members from Sakura Educational Exchange USA in Rockville, Md., who made the trip possible. In addition to experiencing American life, Sakura Exchange Program Director Melissa Hollenberg says that their visitors will also learn to communicate in English. The farm visit is just one of a number of activities for the group. The students, who are staying at George Mason University in Fairfax, will take English lessons, visit monuments in Washington, D C., and travel to New York City, among other activities. “Cory” Koral, who owns Jordan River Farm with Mariam Harris, had a full day planned for the group. The students spent the first few hours milking cows, feeding chickens, picking eggs in the chicken coupe - under the watchful eye of the resident rooster, perched high in the rafters - and learning how to make butter and cheese. During the afternoon, the group was treated to a horse grooming and saddling demonstration. Some students even got to ride the horse. Others jumped in the lake for a quick swim. The evening included a karate and judo demonstration by a couple of students, games and a barbecue cookout. After dinner, the students contacted their school via email and cell phone. Contact by short wave radio, however, was not successful. Koral was aware of the language barrier, and tried to keep the demonstrations as visual as possible with little talk. “The fewer words, the better,” said Koral. Despite the high heat and humidity, which people in Japan are not accustomed to, a good time seemed to be had by all. 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Candidates joining ARIN will be part of the growth and evolution of the internet. Please visit our website at http:Wwww.arin.net. DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Manage day to day technical and business operations of this key Internet company, Responsibilities include: manage small but critical system administration and engineering staff and oversee management of other departments. Supervision of operating system configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting in Unix environment. Provide support and guidance to engineers developing in-house custom software. Define functional requirements and project management of new systems and services. Assist with issues relating to Internet Protocol policies. internet governance and administration. Work witn members of the internet community to develop policy to guide the functions of the global internet. Represent ARIN at numerous Internet meetings and conferences. Travel required. Excellent salary and benefits package. 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Flint Hill parade winners announced The annual Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad held their carnival July 21-24. The members are grateful to Ms. Nancy Jones, who is 73 years old and dedicates all of her time for three to four months each year in helping the company raise much needed operating money “Without Nancy, we could not offer this popular raffle to the public, she has single handledly paid for the truck each year for the past eight years due to her persistence and civic mindedness, said an organizer. The following is a list of the raffle winners from Saturday night. Grand prize: 1999 Ford Ranger Sport, Robert Wilson of Sterling. Registered Black Angus: Ray Atkins of Sperryville. Beanie Baby raffle: first prize, Joe Hall of Flint Hill; - second prize, Betsy Murray of Sperryville; third prize, Brian Compton of Castleton; fourth prize, Barbara Daymude of Amissville, and fifth prize, Sue Simnsnn nf A/Tot-oVioII The Honorary Fire Queen contestants for this year were: 1999 Honorary Fire Queen, Miss Alicia Jones; first runner up, Miss Ashley McNeeley; second runner up, Miss Renee Goodwin; and third runner up, Miss Jennifer Kindall. Best appearing Rappahannock County Fire and Rescue Unit: first place, Castleton Community Volunteer Fire and Rescue; second place, Chester Gap Fire and Rescue. Best appearing custom unit: first place, Marshall Volunteer Fire Department; ^second place, Orlean Volunteer Fire Department. *; Best appearing commercial unit: first place, Madison bounty Volunteer Fire Department; second place, South Warren Volunteer Fire Department. Best appearing specialty •apparatus: first place, New Market Rescue Squad; second place, McLean Fire and Rescue. * * Best appearing brush/mini pumper: first place, Orlean . Volunteer Fire Department; ‘second place, Edinburg Fire Company. Best appearing tanker: first place, Rapidan Fire Department; second place, Castleton Community Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Best appearing ALS rescue unit: first place, Culpeper County Volunteer Rescue Squad; second place, Rapidan Fire and Rescue. Best appearing BLS rescue unit: first place, Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue; second place, Shenandoah Shores Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Best appearing antique apparatus: first place, Culpeper County Volunteer Fire Department; second place, , Old Dominion Historical Fire Society. Company traveling the longest distance: Verona Volunteer Fire Company. Honorary fire chiefs: first r Nancy Jones place, Kimberly Henry, Linden Volunteer Fire Department: second place, Carrie Bushong, Chester Gap Fire and Rescue; third place, Emily Taylor, Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Junior Miss or Junior Miss County: first place, Junior Miss Rappahannock, Angela Brown; second place, Junior Miss Rivermont, Ashley Ballentine. Tiny Miss or Little Miss: first place, Little Miss Warren County Fair, Jessica Jenkins; second place, Tiny Miss Warren County, Lindsey Doyle. Best band: Gainesville District Volunteer Fire Department Drum Corps. Best overall majorette group: first place, Gainesville District Volunteer Fire Department Majorettes; sec ond place, Karousel. Best senior majorette group: first place, Karousel; second place, Fauquier County Steppettes; third place, Apple Valley Majorettes. Best junior majorettes group: first place, Karousel; second place, Fauquier County Steppettes; third place, Challenger Majorettes. Best tiny tots majorettes group: first place, Gainesville District Volunteer Fire Department Majorettes; second place, Fauquier County Steppettes; third place, The Marching Gems of Manassas. Best solo majorette: first place, Terry of Apple Valley Majorettes; second place, Kimberly of the Challenger Majorettes. Best decorated vehicle: first place, Cooter’s General Lee; Old-Fashioned Hand Dipped 4% earn With any sandwich1 purchase add a 1 scoop ice cream cone for $1.°° 2 Locatii erve You r Gnftinsburg ~ 8052 Sperryville Pike Culpeper, Virginia (6 miles on 522 North on the road to Sperryville) (540) 547-4859 r Winston 522 South on right at Winston. Just 5 miles from downtown Culpeper next to the Country Store at Winston (1/2 mile North of Commonwealth Park) (540)829-4? ESTATE AUCTION Saturday. July 31 at 9:30 a.m.. on site at 6424 Overhill Rd.. 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-&appat)annocfe Jietos— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Todd Fortune, Staff Writer Carl Ebom, Staff Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNews@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations Our View Tower options Thinking ‘outside the box’for answers to cellular phone tower question Ongoing efforts to figure out what to do about cellular communications towers in Rappahannock County have taken our officials into uncharted waters. There are still a few oldtimers around who recall the days when electric power was brought to their homes and farms, courtesy of government programs designed to bring modem conveniences - and a better way of life — to everyone, whether the electric company would make money on each customer or not. And the lines of power poles, wires and substations required to create the grids were tolerated, if not welcomed. And now, cellular communication towers are coming, and most people are unhappy with what they will do to the landscape. They’re right to be concerned. There is an old saying about the future, that “the answers may lie beyond our reach, but not beyond our grasp.” That is how we need to approach the challenge of cell towers in Rappahannock. Yes, the cell phone companies have two real advantages — extremely deep pockets and the Telecommunications Act of 1996 — but as more communities struggle with these same issues, the answers will come. Next door in Fauquier County, two new ways of dealing with the “visual pollution” caused by cell towers are being looked at. The placement of towers in structures resembling silos has been suggested, and the concept of limiting height to 80 feet for all new tower applications is being considered. The jury is still out on the silos, which look kind of silly if they’re too tall. But we think limiting towers to tree-top level has a lot of merit. That would mean more towers, of course, but that will probably happen in the future, anyway. The cell phone companies can afford to do it this way. Let’s ask them about it. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cart Ebom Work is progressing at the Washington Baptist Church, trusses were put in place on Monday by a crane. Letters Christopher Hitt remembered t Our family is presently working through shock, grief, and sadness associated with the recent tragic untimely death of our beloved son and brother, Christopher Thomas Hitt. We have gone through the very difficult rituals to appropriately lay his body to rest but feel Chris has not yet truly been laid to rest in soul and spirit. There is “unfinished business” which his family feels compelled to address publicly, thus this letter. Christopher Thomas Hitt was bom, raised and celebrated life in Rappahannock County for 35 years. He attended the local public school and enjoyed hunting and hiking the Rappahannock woods. He was a “Rappahannock Boy”. Chris had a tremendous zest for life which was heightened by his experience with a life threatening illness. Much of the past three years Chris had bravely and tenaciously battled Hodgkin’s Disease enduring months of chemotherapy, radiation treatments, bone marrow transplants plus all the suffering and side effects associated with his cancer, the related treatments and the long bumpy road to recovery. These difficult days were always faced by Chris with a positive attitude, a sense of humor, and deep concern for what his family was experiencing. Chris had recently participated in a money-raising march against cancer. Chris had a wealth of true friends as evidenced by the hundreds of mourners who came to pay their last respects at his viewing and funeral. His wonderful exuberant generous spirit was enforced for us by the four pastors who officiated at his funeral emotionally sharing their personal memories of this special young man who they admired and respected as a caring, concerned, loving and contributing member of their congregations and the community. Chris was honored and remembered as a unique young man who, in the face of adversity, cared deeply about the welfare of all with whom he came in contact and as an individual who never spoke an unkind word about anyone. Chris’s short life came to a tragic end the night of July 9, ironically not as the result of his illness (which was in remission) but due to a vehicular accident. His life and death were summarized in the July 14 issue of the Rappahannock News in a mere two inch item found on page A3 topping the local crime report under the headline of Traffic fatality in county The brevity and placement of coverage of our son’s death was terribly hurtful and has added to our sorrow and slowed our healing process. However, the portion of the news item that we cannot tolerate and must negate on Chris’s behalf was the statement insinuating that alcohol was a cause of the accident. We cannot find anyone who claims to have made this statement which in our minds seems totally unlikely. The statement sullies his reputation and paints an unfair last impression of Chris’s life and the circumstances of his death. It is true that Chris had in the past done some social drinking. At this point in time, however, he was doing everything possible to return his body to health. Also, he was an active “Bom Again Christian” who viewed his body with utmost respect and as a gift from God. On the day of his death he had been visiting his lovely girlfriend, Kathy, in New Market. His plans were to stop on Skyline Drive, on the drive home, to ride his bfke and sit and read awhile, not the actions of one on a drinking spree! We know that on his way home he had taken time to stop and chat with an elderly friend, again not the actions of one out drinking. We shall never know what caused him to momentarily swerve to his death. Perhaps an animal crossed the road distracting him. What we do know is he died honorably on a dark road in his beloved Rappahannock County on a summer night in July 1999. There was no evidence to indicate that he was speeding. In the damaged remains of his pickup were found his bicycle, his Holy Bible and a favorite book of reflective poems titled, “The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah by Richard Bach. Please help us honor his memory fairly and properly and allow him to rest in the peace he so greatly deserves. Raymond Hitt Aloha L. Hitt Castleton Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 30 Years Ago Thursday, July 31, 1969 C.«J. Miller Jr. of Washington was elected president of Rappahannock National Bank Tuesday at a meeting of the directors. He has been associated with this bank since 1925, was executive vice president and has served as cashier for the past 14 years. He fills the vacancy left by the recent death of Robert W. Miller of Woodville. Thomas Williams of Flint Hill was named vice president and George Miller of Woodville was named to the board of directors at Tuesday’s called meeting. On July 25, the famous Heinz Stuecke of Hovelhof, West Germany visited with the Rev. Charles Kindred of Amissville. Heinz Stuecke has recently completed a “Tour dumonde”, which involves a bicycle trip around the world. He started his trip on Aug. 22, 1960, from his home town in Western Germany. At the time of his arrival in Mexico on April 27, 1968, he had visited 72 countries in five continents. He had covered 43,750 miles on bicycle and 93,750 by ship, plane, trains and car. A 12 pound cabbage was featured in this issue and was grown by S.W. Riley of Amissville. The two little “cabbage heads” posing with the 12 pounder are Marc Streagle of Burton, S.C. and Michelle Newton of Round Lake Park, 111. Michelle has been visiting her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Riley and Marc has been visiting his grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Latham. Mrs. Lyle D. Sisk of Sperryville h$s been nominated*^ the ASCS Good Neighbor of the month. Mrs. Sisk has a half acre home garden on which she has cost-shared under the ACP E-5. Mrs. Sisk cans, freezes or gives away almost everything in her garden, except some of the beans that are sold. The ACP cost shares were for preparing seed bed and 500 pounds of 5-10-10 fertilizer. 25 Years Ago Thursday, July 25, 1974 The Town of Washington, “The First Washington of All” will celebrate its 225th birthday on Sunday, Aug. 4 with a commemorative town meeting, tour and program, followed by refreshments. The town was surveyed and platted by George Washington. A marker is erected in a lot in the courthouse area. Several cases of snake bites have been reported this summer, mainly involving copperheads. Caution should be taken when hiking, or in any area which might harbor snakes. Deputy Everett Estes was pictured holding a timber rattler which was killed in Sycamore Hollow recently. This snake was run over by an auto and injured, the deputy finished it off. Chester Gap 4-H club members undertook a summer project labeled “4-H Funshop” which consisted of some craft work and baking. Mrs. Maybelle Gilkey was hostess for the two sessions. Girls baked cookies to go along with their lunch and both boys and girls made fabric flowers, decorated vases, made nature plaques, place mats, mobiles and finger painted posters.* 10 Years Ago Thursday, July 27, 1989 Gypsy Moth Coordinator Mary Dobrovir, with some help from Zack and Ashley Corbin of Slate Mills, checks one of the gypsy moth traps she is using to chart the moth’s infestation. Rappahannock residents and friends took advantage of last weekend’s sunny Sunday morning to take a motorcycle trip to Harpers Ferry. Among the travelers were James Shaw, J.W. Fletcher, Larry LeHew, Richard Compton and Joe Starry. F. Glenn Frazier withdrew his application for a stump dump at the site of a former quarry on Route 647 just north of Flint Hill when it encountered heavy opposition at the Planning Commission meeting last Wednesday. —COMPILED BY: BARBARA C. WAYLAND Photo courtesy of Virginia Utz Whorton OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Classmates gathered for their graduating picture at the Washington High School in 1950. This was the last graduating class at the school. Pictured, seated, left to right, Mary Burke, Lillian Sealock, Jo Ellen Worth,* Giftorian; Lois Utz, Lucy Mae Smith, Salutatorian; Gladys Reid, Valedictorian and Mary Karland Fincham, Giftorian. Standing, left to right, Jack Smith, Virgie Ree Dodson, Silas Martin Jr., Mrs. Hazel P. Corbin, Home Room Teacher; Frank Good Jr., Jean Woodward, Paul Bennett, Winfrey Burke and Dorothy Printz. In the July 7th issue of the Rappahannock News, we had a photograph of the class of 1949 and also one of their reunion 50 years later and stated that was the last graduating class when in fact it was the 1950 class.

Crowd packs library for Snakes Alive program Awesome was the only word to describe the third Saturday afternoon performance for the Rappahannock Library’s Summer Reading Program. Ron Cromer brought his Snakes Alive! from High Point, N.C., and you never saw so many snakes and people inter-acting in one room. Everyone seemed to have a snake around his arm or his neck or his waist or cradled in his cupped hands. Mr. Cromer arrived at 2 p.m., and the program was scheduled for 2:30, so he asked for volunteers to help him set it up. It took six large men to carry in the chest containing the python, and the larger boys helped carry in all the smaller <iages with the other snakes. There were so many cages that we had to open up the sliding door to the children’s room and move two rows of chairs in there. The children sat on the floor and Mr. Cromer had to put down tape to keeping them from sitting with the snake cages. If we could have opened the back wall it would have been more comfortable, as some people sat on the little chairs in the children’s room, some on the table, and some had to stand. (But it was worth it!) The actual program started with color slides about the anatomy of snakes. Did you ever wonder about a snakes lungs? Well, a snake doesn’t have two lungs like we do . It has only one lung, and it is long and thin, just like the snake. They have a heart like us, and blood, and a mouth and stomach. But they don’t chew their food, they swallow it whole and it dissolves in their stomach. They don’t eat again until it is all gone, sometimes it is days or even weeks before they have another meal. Mostly, snakes eat small animals, rats and mice. But big snakes, like pythons, eat larger animals, like monkeys or pigs, or whatever they can catch. Hog-nosed snakes eat worms and bugs and they have a bump on their nose, which is like a pig’s snout, to help them root around in the ground and find their worms and bugs. Mr. Cromer’s favorite snake is the hog-nosed snake, because if you bump him, he will bump you back. They can spread out their neck so that they look really fierce, and some people will say, “Hey, here’s a cobra!”, but it isn’t a cobra, it is only a hog-nosed snake faking it. If they see they are getting the worst of a fight they will play dead, just like an opossum does, and flip over on their back, because hog-nosed snakes believe all dead snakes lie belly-up. If you want to see if he is really dead, turn him over on his stomach, and if he is really alive he will quickly turn himself belly-side up, because he thinks that how dead snakes are! There are about two thousand different kinds of snakes on our planet, but all these snakes fit into only five skin patterns. Hold up your hand and count them, your thumb would be the first kind, solidcolor snakes, like black snakes and green snakes. Next would be striped snakes, like our little garden snakes, black or green with colored stripes running down their back. Three would be the banded snakes, with whole bands of color that go completely around them, like a bracelet would. Two of the most common snakes are banded snakes, the coral snake which is deadly poisonous and luckily lives mostly in Florida and the little com snake which is harmless and lives around here. Ron taught us how to tell them apart with a little jingle, “Red touches yellow, you’ll kill a fellow. Red touches black, you’re a friend of Jack.” Next are the spotted snakes, and they have spots in random patterns, like the water snake and black snakes before they turn completely black. But the poisonous snakes, like the copperhead and the diamond back rattlesnake have definite pattern in the shape of diamonds or triangles or hour-glasses. Mr. Cromer wanted us to see a specimen of two other kinds of reptiles, a box turtle which waved all four of its little legs as he carried it across the room, and a large green iguana. He asked for a volunteer to help him feed the iguana, and Austin Burdick agreed to hold the sweet potato. The top of the potato had been peeled so that it looked like a doublerdip ice cream cone. And that huge green head with its goggley eyes made one lightening-fast sweep, and the whole top dip was gone! Then it was time to introduce the snakes, and each snake had an appropriate name. The black snake was Blackie, the black-and-white banded snake was Oreo, and the five-foot albino, since albino animals cannot reproduce, was Terminator. He called for a volunteer to demonstrate how a snake should be held, and Noel Miller came up. She was so small and so calm that we were all encouraged. That was when it seemed that everyone in the room had a snake around his arm or his neck or his waist, or cradled in his cupped hands. And not one single person got bitten, and not one single snake was dropped or hurt. When the snakes were all back in their cages Mr. Cromer said people have spread a rumor that the non-poisonous snakes could be poisonous, and you should kill them all! He said this is not true and will never be true, because snakes of one kind cannot SINK OR SWIM? It’s never too late to leant how to swim. Just call us and sign up for a Red Cross swimming class. ♦ American Red Cross cross-breed with another kind of snake because their chromosomes are different. And Lorraine Espinola came up front and taught us all the song “Don’t Kill the Snakes”, which we enjoyed so at last week’s program. Then it was time to bring out the python. Mr. Cromer explained that he had had it for 26 years, and it was so long that he would need about eight or ten people of the same height to hold it, because its brfck should be kept as level as possible. I think the python’s name was Russle. At any rate, that snake stretched from the center of the room to the hall door, and everyone who wasn’t holding it got to stroke it as they went out. The same volunteers put the python back in his chest, and the smaller cages back in the van, Mr. Cromer confided that he didn’t usually stay that long for a program, but that his audience was so great he couldn’t bear to cut it shorter. For us, it was an all-time, all-time experience. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Barbara C. Wayland “I’M NOT AFRAID”: Noel Miller of Castleton showed no signs of fear as she allowed this snake to be put around her neck. All children were given the opportunity to hold and pet the snakes. Financial Problems? 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Drought From Page A1 -4 (the lower quality fruit) currently amount to 70 to 80 percent of the harvest, when in normal years only five percent of the crop is used for juice. The later apple varieties still have time to develop and will, he said, if we receive normal levels of rainfall. If not, Bryant expects to lose of 60 to 70 percent of his fruit. Even if things do return to normal, he expects losses of at least 25 to 30 percent, though Lee’s Orchard will have sufficient high quality fruit to operate the shed, and provide choice apples to the public. Lee Orchard’s did feel the effects of the dry weather last year, but this year is much worse because of the lack of spring rains and the sustained low precipitation levels. “There has been nothing like this,” Bryant said, “even in the ‘60’s.” He sees too the effects on haying and cattle. Lee’s hay yield is down 30 to 40 percent, and he is cutting anything that he can find. This condition, Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? 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Metro 691-0477 • FAX (540) 349-8676 Bryant related, “is going to force people to sell cattle at prices of $200 to $300 instead of $500 to $700.” Farmers are selling both calves and cows for meat, and not retaining breeding stock because of the lack of feed and the high prices for feed purchase. In the spring, he suggests, “they’ll need to buy cattle to replenish their herds, and they will have to pay high prices because everyone will be doing the same thing.” Lee expresses some concern about the delay by the Board of Supervisors in preparing a drought disaster resolution so that the County can be declared a disaster area. “All the' counties except Culpeper have already done that,” he said, and he would like to see the Supervisors move on that now, instead of waiting for the August meeting. Lee’s friend, neighbor and Board of Supervisors election opponent, Chris Bird, has had some problems too with his haying operations, but his organic approach may have proven to enhance the drought resistance of his crop. The heavy use of organics on hay fields improves soil conditions, enables the soil to retain more moisture, and increases aeration which, in turn, promotes root growth and thus plant health and drought-resistance. Also, Chris said, he is “not overloading the soil with soluble and available nutrients, which can be toxic to soil life.” Especially, he added, when drought conditions prevent plants from metabolizing those nutrients. When that occurs, he said, “they [the plants] develop toxic substances and, in silos and grain bins, can form deadly gases: nitrosamines.” Despite the relative health of his crops, the dry conditions have severely affected his yields. His alfalfa, which will normally yield two tons per acre at the first cutting and one ton per acre thereafter, yielded only a ton per acre for the first cutting and the second, Bird said, looks like it will be about a half ton per acre. Chris also expresses concern for area cattle operations. He said it is at this time that that cow and calf have the greatest nutritional needs. The calves are large enough to be heavy feeders, both of milk and pasture, and the cows also need to feed heavily to produce the milk that the calves require. “It is a crucial time for the pastures” he said. If normal rain returns quickly Chris is optimistic that pastures will recover “within weeks.” If not. . . Planning From Page A1 In particular, one of the regulations is that limousine and sedan services will need to have a certified place of business from which to operate. McCarthy mentioned that some such services may eventually wish to locate in the county. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 July 28, 1999 COUNTRYS Citizen of the Week David Huff Home: Washington i Occupation: Owner, Country ; Cafe • Accomplishments: This October will mark The Cafe’s 10th anniversary in their location next to the Post Office in Washington. Huff is grateful for the support ! from his customers over the | years, adding “they’re your ; customers, but they’re your extended family.” The Cafe is involved in many community organizations, helping out when possible. They support Feed the Children, prepare food for the Lions Club Christmas Dinner and provided food for the retired volunteers recognition breakfast in April. Huff is also a member of the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Huff is a member of Belvoir Assembly of God in Marshall, where his activities include serving as a trustee and assisting with the youth. Weekend Picks Music at Cooter’s The Page County Ramblers will be playing Bluegrass music every Sunday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cooter’s, just west of Sperryville. Ben Jones and wife, Alma invite the citizens of Rappahannock to come and join •them for a great Sunday * -afternoon of music. [ Art workshop slated for Dn Saturday, July 31 rcDn 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., ‘ jrie Marshall will a workshop to ixplore making art the story of Genesis at learthstone iool. larcoal, pastel watercolor 1U be used. This cost is $65 \C adults, $25 ar students, eluding materials, aolarships are liable. Call 67557 for details and to register. iign-ups for RAL [softball all sign-ups for Rappahannock [ Athletic League Babe Ruth softball will be held at Bill Payne Auctions gallery on U.S. 211 in I Amissville Friday, July 30 from 5 [until 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 31 ffrom 9 until 11 a.m. All girls ages eight through 16 who live in Rappahannock, Culpeper and western Fauquier Counties are eligible. Experience is not required. For more information call Mauri Payne at 937-4142 or 675-3729. Farm show brings 4-H activities home to participating families Head, heart, hands, health Kevin Day’s Best of Show exhibits. See list of winners in next week s Rappahannock News. Amanda Miller with trophy and ribbon won at the Sheep Show. k.™ ■ ^ a...' *, , ■ ... .,...,, .v: v;:i;«?„ Justin Updike and Karl Thornhill at the Sheep Show. Samantha Falls spraying her pig. Ben Rupchis at the Goat Show. Elizabeth Pratt with her Cloverbud exhibits. Photos courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day David Miller at the 5 eep Show. r

W€ ..mtiini I n .Mil Iiaiifriift.iiwiftfra HI : •*“•**«; Special service scheduled \ Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Church will be having an evening meeting oft Tuesday, Aug. 3 beginning at i Florida IfiHing the 6:30 p.m., Elder George Hazen from appointment. Everyone is welcome. Flint Hill Pentecostal Sunday: Wednesday: Pastor: Biv. Jack Campbell Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Worship^ Service 7:30 p.m. WoocHtille Baptist Sunday: Wednesday: Paster: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Night Service 7p.m. Bible Sludy & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. Revival, homecoming set Revival services wilf De held at Beech Spring Regular Baptist Church near Spdrryville Aug. 2-7 each evening at 7. Homecoming services will be held Aug. 8 with services at 11 a.m. and 2 p.im Dinner will be served at 12 on Sunday. Dr. Wayne Thompson from Rochelle in Madison County, a well-known preacher in the area will be speaking at the services. All are invited to attend. Massanova Pentecostal Sunday: Tuesday: Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Worship 7 p.m. Sunday: h Five ForkSfRegular Baptist Pastor: Ifev. Wilfred Deppen, Sunday School 10 a.m. (< Worship Service 11 a.m. v S Amisiville Baptist Pastor: Rev. V. DeLong Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Mission.Groups 7 p.m. Fellowship picnic at Forest Grove. Forest Grove Baptis&Church will host a fellowship picnic on the church grounds Tuesday, Aug. 3. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. “Fellowship (meet your neighbor) will follow, please come join,fcs,” said a spokesperson. Forest Grove Baptist'Church was established in 1886 and is located at 268 Forest Grove Road in Vlewtown. Regular services include Sunday School , at 10 $.m. and ' worship at 11 a.m. For more information or to RSVP for the picnic call 937-4134^ * J 1 ’* * Slate Mills Baptist * Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. i v Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. > Thursday: W.M.U.f Meeting Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. ,, Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Comrmi|uty Youth 6-8 p.m. Thursday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. , - j 4 * - St. Peter's Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pekorsky . Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday; 8:30 & 10 a.m. < Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: Saturday 4:30-5 p.m., after masses Worship Services scheduled New Hope Deliverance Ministry worship servifce will be held on Sunday, Aug. g at 3 p.m. at the Washington fire hall. The community is welcome, to attend. For more information call Minister Ddgis Fletcher at 675-1434. Wednesda Sunday: Monday: Amissville United, Methodist Pastor: Icdtl Service 11 a.m. . Wors Adult Richard S. Gbrden • ' School 9:45 p.ra,- vf* oir 7:30 p.Dtt.; ' ■[ County Afethodtst servi County Methodist djhhrches will have worsmf services for Sunday, Aug. 1 atf£ft>llows: Flint Hill; at 8^5 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Trinity Episcopal Hobson III. j Jristj 8 t.m.} fi / Sunday Thornton, Bvei PrayHr 9:00 ggn. School 19 a.m. v \ i harist 10 a.m. y, Hajjy Eucharist 9:S$a.m. and third Sunday XtAO a.m. r Heather Kilpatrick weds in Heather Elaine “Ama” Kilpatrick and F rancisco Alejandro Lopez Cruz were married July 10 in Oaxaca, Mexico. The 3 p.m. double ring ceremony with communion was performed by the Rev. Jennings Hobson of Trinity Episcopal Church, Washington, assisted by his daughter Berkeley translating in Spanish. The setting was an open-air pavilion at Estancia Bustamante on the road to Monte Alban, outside Oaxaca. The bride’s attendants were Kati Irons, former roommate and friend of the bride from Mr. and Mrs. Francisco Alejandro Lopez Cruz Francisco F. Lopez Rodriguez of Oaxaca, Mexico. Attending the j wedding from Rappahannock County were., Sharon Stone* Kilpatrick, the Rev. Hobson and Berkeley Hobson. ;. Also attending from the United States were M. Sean Kilpatrick and Pat Miller' from Atlanta, Ga.'j Douglas Stone., Kilpatrick, brother of the bride from Herndon, James J., Kilpatrick and hisr wife Marianne Means from, Washington, D.C., Lynn Stone Smith, aunt of the bride from Silver Springy Md., Miss Irons from Takoma, and Allen and Betty Moore from Charleston, S.C. The bride is aftEnglish teacher in’ Oaxaca. She is a i a k. o m a , Washington, and Veronica Lopez Cruz, sister of the groom. The bride and her attendants carried tropical flowers, and tropical flowers decorated the altar. The bride’s dress was a floor length ecru sheath with decorations and a train made from her mother’s wedding dress. The bride was given in marriage by her father wearing a kilt. The bride is the daughter of Sharon Stone Kilpatrick of Woodville and M. Sean Kilpatrick of Atlanta, Ga, for merly of Woodville, the granddaughter of James J. Kilpatrick and the late Marie Pietri Kilpatrick, formerly of Woodville, and the late Walker and Donna Stone of Woodville and Washington, D.C. The groom is the son of Eva Cruz Cortes de Lopez and graduate ot RCHS and a 1994' graduate of the University of Colorado in Boulder. The groom is an officer and meteorologist in the Mexican Air' Force and a graduate of thfe Mexican Air Force Academy. The couple will continue to reside in Oaxaca. Reedy couple celebrate golden anniversary What a wonderful week of rain we experienced! This has been the driest I can recall since we have lived in the area. However, I don’t think everyone may be cheering our recent storms. Amissville and Little Fork Volunteer Fire Departments were heard answering emergency calls most of the week. A number of huge trees had to be moved from the roads from Amissville to Madison after uprooting or breaking due to the storm on Saturday. Betty and Elmer Reedy celebrated their golden anniversary in style on July 24, in the new Fellowship Hall of Warrenton Presbyterian Church on Main Street in Warrenton. Mr. and Mrs. Reedy were wed on July 25 1949. This milestone anniversary was the first one celebrated on Betty’s side of the family and only the third one on Elmer’s side of the family. Family members and friends came from West Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, and Virginia. Avery enjoyable time was shared by all the guests reliving memories and renewing friendships. Numerous cards and well wishes were received by those who were unable to attend. The delicious food was catered by Herndon Chapter SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. #55 O.E.S. The beautiful picture cakes were created by Picture Perfect of Warrenton and Village Flowers of Warrenton arranged the flowers. Mrs. Reed> notes it was a special memorable day-thanks be to God. Very happy birthday wishes are sent to Juanita Settle on July 27, and her twin grandsons, Kevin Franklin and Kyle Stanley Settle on July 28. Happy 59th birthday to Cathy Lou Smith who will celebrate her birthday on Thursday, July 29. A cookout was held on Sunday, July 25 for Christopher Rinehart who will celebrate his second birthday on Saturday, July 31. His big brother, Cody, along with family and friends helped make this a special day. Christopher also had Cody’s assistance in blowing out all those candles. The boys’ dad, Dane, celebrated his birthday on July 21. Lauren Murphy and Gary King also have birthday wishes sent them for their shared birthday of Friday, July 30. Lisa and Curtis Stuart hosted a dinner for family and friends on Saturday, July 241 for Curtis’ parents, Mr. and1. Mrs. Claude Stuart of Centreville. The celebration' was in honor of the Stuart’s 57th anniversary and Mrs. Stuart’s 75th birthday! Also celebrated were the birthdays of Emily Stuart who was seven on July 1 and Matthew Stuart who turned five on July 27. Ronnie and Teresa Jones and their family enjoyed a mini vacation over the weekend to Williamsburg which included a trip to Busch Gardens. ! Our deepest sympathy is extended to the Kennedy and Bessette families over their recent losses. Like many others, I still remember the image of a little boy saluting his father’s casket in the 60’s. Thank you for leaving your news in the box at Hackley’s Store by noon on Sundays. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. Luray : Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. 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Woodville residents enjoy gatherings Gary Franks of r Virginia Beach was a visitor the past two weeks of Terry and Pam Kisner at Five Forks Farm. _ Mrs. Joann I Anderson, Joanna and Kirk of Glen Mills, Pa. arrived on Friday to spend a few days with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert ^ AnHprsnn Wood vi He By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Crawford of Flint Hill, Opie, Elizabeth and Charles Ray Crawford of Sperryville and Jim, Lillian, Brad, Missy, Thomas, Michael and Damian Sykes of Culpeper. Nikki Alther rode with the Sperryville Fire Department in the Flint Hill parade on Friday night. Nikki recently Bessie Norman had lunch in Culpeper this past week with family members, Hazel Veltoven, Mary Lou Burke and Kitty Bayne. They dined at the new Hong Kong Restaurant, which has just recently opened. A belated happy birthday is being sent to Tim Norman. Hope it was a happy one. To be 25 years old is great!! ,• Mrs. Audra Crawford’s visitors this week were Curtis and Katherine received tne sperryville title and looked gorgeous. June Clark and Misty Hitt’s visitors during the week were Lucille Dillinger, Myrtle Falls, Richard and Rena Burke, Dickie and Peggy Wayland, Elsie and Margaret Dodson, Jimmy and Shirley Hitt and Charlotte Trout. Tim and Debbie Norman recently went to Kings Dominion with Ray and Darlene Compton. They enjoyed their trip. Nikki Alther, Corey and Debbie Norman and Janet Putnam went swimming this past week at the 4-H pool in Front Royal. Tim, Debbie and Corey Norman and Nikki Alther were guests of Janet Putnam and Hoover Foster on Chester Gap for a cookout. Sunday evening the Normans reciprocated with a cookout for the Putnam/Foster couple. On Friday, Walter Milton Burke went shopping in Fredericksburg with his grandmother Suche. He let his mother, Aunt Beccy and cousin, Blake tag along. On Sunday after church, Walter Milton stopped by to say hello to Sandy and Bemie Tcueworthy. Richard, Rena, Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke called on Mrs. Paul Wiley and Sam and Mr. and Mrs. Kinsey Wharton during the week. Call Rena Burke at 987-8330 at anytime to leave your news items. Your contributions are very much appreciated. Whartons to celebrate Wedding anniversary bells are ringing for Mr. and Mr. Earl Wharton, who celebrate their day tomorrow. Boston has lost another of her citizens in the passing of Mrs. Jane Day, widow of the late James L. Day., which occurred Friday at the Shady Grove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rockville, Md. We extend our deepest sympathy to her family. Mrs. Sam Compton of Rixeyville was a Friday evening caller of Mrs. Virginia Duty on Castleton Ford Road. Birthday wishes go out this week to my nieces, Mrs. Michele Swindler and Mandy Lynn Tuel both of whom celebrate Thursday, and to Chriss Hetzer who adds another year Wednesday. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville was a Saturday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and sons on Turkey Ridge Road. Friday evening Mrs. Henry Wharton, also of Sperryville, accompanied Mrs. Atkins to Vacation Bible School Commencement at the Black Oak Regular Baptist Church, where Mrs. Atkins directed the school. Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Heflin and children Michael, Crystal and Jacob of Castleton Ford Road spent the long weekend at Ocean City, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Peyton were in Damascus, Md. on Monday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Virginia Day, held at Olin Molesworth Funeral Home. Jacob Heflin was a Thursday overnight guest in the Johnny Bragg home. Vacation Bible School is in progress all this week at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, through Friday, beginning at 9 am. daily and all children four through sixth grade are invited. The New Salem Baptist Church on Route 522 will be having Vacation Bible School, beginning Monday, Aug. 2 through Aug. 6. with a closing program on Saturday, Aug. 7 at 10 a.m. to be followed with a picnic. Area children are invited! Artis East led program The United Methodist Women met on Monday evening at the home of Mary Curtis with Barbara Jenkins as hostess. Artis East led the program on “Women of Indonesia”. Barbara Gentry led a Litany for commemoration of past members and friends. Members present were Mabel Lillard, Mary Frances Bywaters, Alice Pullen, Thelma Crane, Louise McCulloch, Artis East, Barbara Gentry, Mary Curtis and Barbara Jenkins. Betty Klise flew to Spokane, Wash, to spend a few days with her daughters, Sue Roether and Janice Klise. Miss Elizabeth Welch spent Wednesday night and Thursday with Joy Heddleston at Sperryville. Elizabeth was a Tuesday afternoon visitor of Vivian Hackney at Washington. Ibny and Leigh Gomez and children, Michael and Emily of Virginia Beach spent Friday to Sunday with Mrs. Christine Vest and other friends and relatives in the area. They attended the fireman’s carnival. Mark and Diane Graves and Edith Graves were Saturday visitors of Edna Lillard. Visiting on Wednesday were Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Hawkins. Margo Haynes of Washington spent a few days with Miss Elizabeth Welch and they attended the 4-H pool. Miss Elizabeth Welch and her brother, Billy spent Friday together and visited the Rappahannock Library. The Flint Hill Fireman’s annual carnival came to a close on Saturday evening with the awarding of prizes and crowning the queen. I know they appreciate the support they were given for this event. NIKE FOR THE FAMILY MEN'S 54.99 THE NIKE "DRAFTPICK" for men and boys Take to the court in style and agility with Nike's "DRAFTPICK" basketball shoe. It's a great court shoe with superb construction. BOYS' 39199 & - 44.99 LADIES' 49.99 THE "XCCLERATOR" for ladies' and girls A versatile running with great stability. Sizes for the girls too. It's the perfect running shoe at a price that's hard to beat. GIRLS' 37.99 & 39.99 Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Day! WARRENTON CENTER • WARRENTON, VA • (540) 347-1820 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 Upcoming Events Calling Varsity basketball girls All Varsity basketball girls who are going to play for the upcoming year should note that conditioning drills will begin on Aug. 2 and run through Aug. 5 from 6 to 8 each evening. For more information or anyone with questions contact Coach Luther Stanley at 987-8277. 25th class reunion planned The Rappahannock County High School Class of 1974 is celebrating its 25th reunion on Friday, Aug. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Rappahannock Park near Washington. All graduates are invited to bring their picnic dinner and their family and to please pass the word to other class members. Call Cheryl Taylor at 987-8043 or Susan Huff at 347-4775 for more information. Sculpture workshop scheduled A summer sculpture workshop, figure in clay, will be held Aug. 13, 14 and 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The $225 fee includes model and materials. The workshop will be taught by Charles Flickinger at Oldway Art Center, behind Glassworks Gallery in Sperryville. For information call 987-8718. Tennis instruction planned Rappahannock resident and tennis professional Hunt Harris will be offering instructional tennis clinics this summer and again in the fall when weather and school/work schedules shift. Instruction for adults and youth on all levels will be offered - beginner, intermediate and advanced. Classes will start the first week in August, and the tentative schedule thus far is as follows: Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m. Beginner youth; 9:30 Intermediate youth; 10:30 Advanced youth. Fridays: 8:30 a.m. Beginner adults; 9:30. Intermediate adults; 10:30 Advanced adults. Some classes of adults and youth may be mixed if compatible and/or necessary. Additional classes and optional times/days are possible if needed and available, such as late afternoon/early evening classes, weekends, and specialty clinics, such as doubles play/strategy. Classes will be limited to no more than seven participants, and will last approximately one hour, including warm-up. Private lessons are available upon request and at additional locations. Fees will be on a sliding-scale basis according to the number of participants: four or more persons at §10 p/p, three persons at $15 p/p, two persons at $20 p/p. Barter a possibility. Balls will be provided. Participants must bring racquets. Walk-ons welcome if space available. Qualifications of instructor include: National Interscholastic Champion; Collegiate All-American; MATA Junior Champion; international tournament experience; head professional at tennis club. For more information, to sign-up, or to discuss a possible schedule change, call Hunt at 540-987-3366. Jenkins family reunion set The family of John H. (Johnnie) and Betty Jane (Janie) Jenkins will host a reunion on Saturday, Aug. 1 at the Washington fire hall from 1 until 5 p.m. “Bring food and drinks to share,” said a spokesperson. All are invited. Meeting canceled The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board has canceled its Aug. 10 meeting. The next regular monthly meeting of the board will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. at the Bradford Road Office in Culpeper. Art Camp planned Young people ages 5-12 are invited to attend the fifth annual Art Camp with Laurie Marshall at the Rappahannock Recreation Center Aug. 2-6 from 9:30 a.m. to 12. The cost is $45, which includes most materials. Scholarships are available. There are a few spaces left. Call 675-3267 to register. Ragged Mountain activities Ragged Mountain Resource Center in Sperryville is ' sponsoring the following activities and more information may be obtained about an event by calling the center at 987-3366. Sunday, Aug. 1: “Blue Ridge to the Bay “ Speaker Series “Terrestrial and Streamside Salamander Monitoring in Shenandoah National Park” with Robin Jung and staff from Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library (off US 211 near Washington, phone, 675-3780). Saturday, Aug. 14: “Second Saturday Hike Series” to trails in Shenandoah National Park (SNP) adjacent to headwaters of Rappahannock River Watershed tributaries. Meet at Mountainside Market on US 211 west of Sperryville between 8-8:30 a.m. and car pool to trail head, return mid-afternoon. Bring food for self and clothing according to weather of day. Destination: Nicholson Hollow Trail on Hughes River. Families plan reunion The Jenkins, Woodard and Sisk reunion will be held on Sunday, Aug. 1 at the Rappahannock Park near Washington. It will be an all- day, fun filled event. Those attending should bring a covered dish. Culpeper Comets tryouts sought Tryouts for the Culpeper Comets U-14 Travel team will be held Thursday, July 29, Tuesday, Aug. 10 and Thursday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s School. All interested players please plan to attend. Any questions contact Mike O’Connor at 825-6108 or Cindy Backe at 547-2669. Wakefield hosts open house Wakefield School in The Plains will host Admissions Open Houses for students entering grades 4-6 and 9-11 on Thursday, Aug. 5 at 7 p.m. The public and especially prospective students and their parents are invited to attend. For more information call 253-5393. Summer camp scheduled TASC for Teens of Jeffersonton is organizing and leading a two week Canadian Wilderness Fishing Summer Camps to beautiful Northern Ontario for youth ages 10-17 on Aug. 720. The trips will leave from Jeffersonton and include qualified and caring staff, complete instruction, round-trip transportation, meals, most camping equipment, cabin lodging, and motorboat. For information call 937-8272. Swing dance lessons continue Swing dance lessons will continue at Trinity Episcopal Church on Saturday evenings at 7. Cost is $2 per person. Children are welcome. For information call Lindsay and Heidi Eastham at 675-3444.

Plan an eggs-ceptional picnic for summer Who doesn’t love summer? Remember those lazy days when you had all the time in the world to lie on your back in the grass picking out animal shapes in the clouds? Or the exhilarating feeling of running through the backyard sprinkler shrieking with delight? There was time to pitch pennies, pick dandelions, or make sand castles. Life was carefree, and the days were long and leisurely. What a contrast to today’s hectic pace! But summer is the time to put aside deadlines, and treat yourself to a picnic. Atmosphere is important. A beautiful beach, forest, mountain, or meadow would be ideal, but pick anyplace you truly enjoy, even if it’s your own backyard. For exercise enthusiasts, bring along your bicycle, roller blades, or hiking boots. Otherwise, just sit back and watch the sun rise or set, anytime can be picnic time. Ever notice how everything tastes so much better surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature? Depend on eggs, a natural food, for easy picnic ideas. Plan to prepare as much as possible the day before. That way cold foods will be nicely chilled for packing in the cooler with ice or commercial coolant. Keep the cooler out of direct sun, and open it only when necessary. For early risers, plan a breakfast picnic. Cook up your favorite frittata, cut it into slices, wrap it completely in aluminum foil, and refrigerate overnight. Throw in some fresh fruit and bagels or muffins for an easy, satisfying breakfast. Eggs are the perfect choice as a portable food. Just remember to be conscious about food safety. When preparing the meal, wash your hands not only before handling food, but also between steps. Be sure to wash cutting boards, knives, and other utensils with hot, soapy water after any contact with raw meats, eggs, fish, and poultry. For an easy lunch, why not mix up your favorite egg salad at home. Then at the picnic site, build terrific sandwiches on foccacia bread by layering the egg salad with slices of prosciutto and eggs, blue cheese, tomatoes, and cooked bacon bits. Bring along vinaigrette salad dressing, cracked black pepper, and croutons. And don’t forget pickled eggs, easy-to-make, easy-to-pack, easy-to-eat. If you’re planning to cook outside, nothing is faster than eggs. You can have a great, inexpensive meal served up in no time. Omelets and frittatas are terrific one-pan meals. They require minimal planning and cooking time and are a cinch to clean up. Why not treat yourself to something a little different, a fruit omelet. When the eggs are cooked, dot Neufchatel cheese on one side. Sprinkle with brown sugar and berries, and then fold omelet in half. What could be more refreshing on a warm, summer day! Picnics make wonderful memories. Take the time to recapture the serenity of an outdoor meal. Don’t be intimidated, you can assemble a picnic in no time. Keep it simple. Pack the things you’ll be using last at the bottom of the cooler, and nestle fragile foods on top. Then relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. You deserve it! Following are some recipes to enjoy: Orange dessert omelets Orange Dessert Omelets Makes 4 servings 4 eggs, beaten 4 tablespoons orange juice 2 teaspoons sugar 4 teaspoons butter 4 tablespoons orange marmalade 1 cup fresh raspberries Whipped topping, if desired In medium bowl, beat together eggs, orange juice, and sugar until well blended. In 8-ineh non stick skillet or omelet pan over medium-high heat, heat butter until just hot enough to sizzle a drop of water. For each omelet, pour a LEVI’S® JEANS SALE BACK TO SCHOOL SAVINGS ON JEANS FOR JUNIORS, YOUNG MEN AND CHILDREN 18.99- 21.99 Children's Levi’s* Red Tab™ stonewash denim jeans. Choose from assorted fits. Infant, toddler, boys' 4-7 and girls' 4-6x sizes, reg. 21.99, Sale 18.99. 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With an inverted pancake turner, carefully push cooked portions at edges toward center so uncooked portions, can reach hot pan surface, tilting pan and moving as necessary. When top is thickened and no visible liquid egg remains, spread with one tablespoon marmalade, and fold into quarters. Remove to serving dish. Top each with one fourth cup raspberries, and garnish with whipped topping, if desired. Hint: To keep omelets warm, place on oven proof platter 200 degree oven for up to 30 minutes. Swabbie’s Quick Crab Soup (Makes 8 cups) 2 (19 oz.) cans baked potato w/bacon bits and chives soup 2 cups fresh crab meat 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon dill weed 2 hard-cooked egg whites, chopped 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Dash of cayenne pepper Combine soup and the remaining ingredients in a boiler; Cook over low heat for 20 minutes. Serve with crackers or bread. Caesar’s Egg Salad Sandwich Yields 6 servings 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 4 tespoons minced garlic 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 12 hard-cooked eggs, diced 6 individual focaccia breads, baked pizza crusts or pita circles warmed Shredded or torn lettuce Croutons, chopped parsley, green onions for garnish Prepare egg salad: Combine all ingredients to olive oil. Drizzle and whisk in the olive oil. Fold in diced eggs. Cover and refrigerate until serving. For each serving: On a luncheon plate, place focaccia, pizza crust, or pita. Portion about one cup lettuce over bread. Portion about one half cup egg salad over lettuce. Sprinkle with one fourth cup croutons, parsley and green onion. It’s girl! Sarah Patterson and Mike Williams of Amissville are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Alexis Marie on July 2 at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. Alexis weighed eight pounds and 0.6 ounces and was 20 inches long. Thrilled grandparents are John and Deborah Patterson of Amissville and Bruce and Karen Williams of Chester Gap. Great-grandparents are Richard and Janis Waddell of Matthews Church, Va. and the late Jocelyn Waddell, Richard and Ruth McKlveen of Cocoa Beach, Fla. and the late William Patterson. Great-grandparents also include Everette and Louise Smith of Amissville and Mai-y Williams of Chester Gap and the late Herbert Williams. Marriage License The following marriage license was recorded recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office. Donald Ray Bright, Sperryville and Sharon Mae Walker, Sperryville.

Castleton has new correspondent BY CAROLE LIPSKI Rappahannock News Special Writer Greetings to all Castleton residents, and welcome to the place to share your family and community news... pleasant visits, vacation adventures, personal accomplishments! events, interests, and more. Carol Williams has a visitor for the summer, Leslie Knoble, who, despite the drought, is enjoying the greenery since she hails from the Palm Springs desert area of California. Mike Pivarnik, an avid gardener, is interested in swapping flower and vegetable seeds with other neighbors. If you’re interested in swapping, let me know and I’ll pass the message on to him. Some of you know that Mike, mentioned above, and I have great news! We became engaged on Valentine’s Day and will marry on Sept. 4, 1999 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. The Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Department has been participating in parades all summer long and have won awards in every parade entered. Just this Friday, reports Connie Johnson, they participated in the Flint Hill parade and won first place for Best Appearing Fire Company as well as a sec ond place for Best Appearing Tanker. By the way, have you seen the recently painted fire hall? It looks great, thanks to hard work by many of the department’s volunteers. Eston Davis attended Camp Horizons in Harrisonburg for two weeks in June, where he went mountain-biking, played soccer, went rock-climbing, went tubing, and had a great time. Of course, it took two weeks for him to recover when he got home, but now he’s looking forward to going back next year! Frosting, Emily Pearcy’s pony and the son of Cupcakes, was born May 15 and has grown into a handsome chest nut colt with an eye on the horse shows he’ll be attending in the spring. Maggi Pearcy had eight sculptures accepted at the Alice Moore Foundation for the Arts in St. Claire, Michigan. The sculptures were all of wildlife, including two endangered species, and were done alabaster and walnut. That’s all for this week...What’s going on in your corner of Castleton? Share your news and notes with me by phone at 987-8588, or by email at carole@trendsmedia.com. Music in SperryviUe on Sunday afternoon The Page County Ramblers will be playing Bluegrass music every Sunday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cooter’s, just west of Sperryville. All community residents are encouraged to attend. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 1. Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor invites the public to attend. Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Ay lor visited Heather Aylor in Culpeper on Sunday. Isabelle Eastham of Flint Hill and Tiffany Wayland enjoyed swimming at the 4-H Pool near Front Royal on Friday afternoon. This Friday Isabelle will be celebrating her birthday. Revival services will be held at Beech Spring Regular Baptist Church Aug. 2-7 with Dr. Wayne Thompson of Rochelle. Homecoming services will be held at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Aug. 8. Dr. Thompson will also be preaching for both services. Dinner will be served at 12. All are invited. A summer sculpture workshop taught by Charles Flickinger will be held at Oldway Art Center, behind Glassworks Gallery Aug. 13-15 from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information call 987-8718. Mrs. Bonnie Sue Baldwin was a Monday evening guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. Jenkins. Sunday visitors were Larry Jenkins and Lori Darnell of Culpeper and Mr. and Mrs. Andy Baldwin. David Baldwin was a Friday overnight guest of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins. Mrs. Mae Dodson of Orange was a Thursday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins. Ashleigh Baldwin and Angie Baldwin celebrated their birthdays on July 19. Mr. and Mrs. Danny Baldwin hosted a party for them on Sunday, July 18. Crime Does Pay Up to $10,000 reward for tips on auto theft. 1-800-947-HEAT ' ' By CATHY PULLEN P pig 987-8740 In addition to the Baldwins those helping them celebrate were Jason Baldwin, Andy Baldwin, Kenneth Baldwin, Jenna Papps, Ricky and Cathy Pullen and Ashleigh, Jack and Rhonda Baldwin and David, Ronnie Dodson, Mrs. Thelma Jenkins, Mrs. Eva Dodson, Mrs. Cindy McGhee and Kayla, Dawn Dodson, Cathy Bigelow, Angela, Katrina and Ty, Reed Gillespie, Joy Heddleston, Neil and Tammy Atkins and Brittany and Jim and Kim Norman. r 1 by Randy Minter THE ROLE OF PRAYER Our modem, science based culture is reawakening itself to the notion that prayer can be an integral part of a healthy life. Perhaps Lillian Smith seems to be overstating things somewhat when she says that praying is as difficult as bridge building. She makes her point, nevertheless, when she wrote, “I am sure it is no easier to pray than it is to create music or write a poem. It must be as hard to do as it is to build a bridge, or to discover a great scientific principle, or to heal the sick, or to understand another human being. It is surely as important as these to man in his search for his role in the universal scheme of things.” Whether you are religious or not, prayer seems to be part of our human experience, for gratitude for life’s gifts is in itself a prayer as is die cry for help when we are overwhelmed. At the Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, we’re professionals. What that means is that we take care of your needs and make your life simpler during a stressful time. Call us at 347-3431. We’re the oldest business in Fauquier County. "He who pniys for his neighbors will be heard for himself. ” -Talmud -t “Heart Cries” performed a S “Heart Cries of a Captive People”, the Headwaters summer program, was held at the Rappahannock Elementary School auditorium Friday and Saturday, July 23 and 24. The program was organized by Theresa Light. Nils Aylor, Sr. (Program Assistant), Sheri Aylor (Pianist and Choral Director), Tom Davis (African Studies Consultant), Jonathan Bankston and Dylan Corbin (backstage crew) and Tanya Stevens, Melissa and Shantae Webster (Step Instructors) all pitched in to make the production possible. Other groups and individuals, too numerous to mention, helped with monetary support, time and effort. “Heart Cries” is an experience in African-American culture through song, step (which combines military drill with dance) and readings, “art forms which have been passed from generation to generation.” The Friday program concluded with Mr. •i.j Todd Fortune r.tion “Heart WHAT A SHOW: The Step Group performs a number durm Cries of a Captive People” at the elementary school. Aylor leading the audience in singing “Reach Out and Touch Somebody’s Hand.” Anyone who wishes to more performaces like this would like to make a dm;s i ; ! idwaters, ..v 448, 17-0448. 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The Times will not accept liability lor its failure, tor any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. Accept [7T]| !□£■! Rentals Houses 2 BD, 1 BT, Washington, VA, completely renovated w/central heat & air, no pets. $750. 540-987-8850. PARK RANGER SEEKING small cottage. Country setting. Wood or propane heat preferred. (540) 675-2005 evenings. LEASE YOUR LAND for $$$. Small, well mannered hunt club seeks lease. Must have 250+ acres and good deer population. Jack at (804) 975-2202. WANTED TO BUY used farm tractors in running cond. or not running cond. 540-657-9910. AMISSVILLE, 8/7 & 8/8, 6:30 am. Brand name baby clothes & items, bdframes, comp/printer, ret. BEANIES! 10 ml. down 211, L on 639. 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P/L, P/W. Cruise, Tilt. 87K Miles, Clean car 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX Coupe - 81 V6 P L P W Cruise Till Alloys Local Car Extended Warranties and Financing Available. Relax We use Cartax Vehicle History Service. Shop on line at www.culpeper2000.com Rt. 29 South Your First Stop on the Culpeper Auto Mile 547-3800 Brand New Apartments m CULPEPER , > WMiviuns • 2 4 3 bedroom apartment homes • Fully equipped kitchens • Gas heating and hot water Wall-to-wall carpeting • Walk-in closets with linen shelving • Pool clubhouse and fitness center • Private balconies/patios Directions: From Main Street, proceed to a right on James Madison Hwy, Left on Belle Ave. to a right on Spring Meadow Lane. Leasing office is on left. Located across from Wal-Mart. 1301 Spring Meadow Lane • Culpeper, VA 22701 Tel(540)829-8595 y Fax (540)829-8596 Professionally Managed by * ‘ ; KSI Management Corp. i Legal Notices ■> > SPECIAL COMMISSIONER'S SALE OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE On Thursday, August 5, 1999 at 12:00 Noon On the Courthouse Steps of the Circuit Court of Fauquier County 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia Pursuant to and by virtue of a Decree entered on the 18th day of May, 1999 in the Chancery cause therein under the style of Marcia Rocca Larsen, Petitioner v. Kenneth t. Larsen, Jr., Respondent, In Chancery No. CH89-134-01, Walter C. Jacob, the undersigned Special Commissioner, will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder on the Courthouse steps of the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on Thursday, August 5, 1999 at 12:00 Noon, the following described real estate, said sale being in gross and not by the acre, together with improvements thereon and rights and appurtenances thereunto appertaining, located in Marshall District, Fauquier County, Virginia, to-wit: Beginning at an iron pipe corner to Peter W. Richold property, in the line or Geraldine F. Gaskins property and at the end on an existing 60 ft. wide ingress and egress easement to serve this property as recorded in Deed Book 480 at Page 385, to Virginia Route 737; Thence departing from the beginning point and with the said Gaskins property as follows: N 06° 56’ 40” E 657.24 ft to an iron pipe; N 63° 06 35” w 602.45 ft to an iron pipe to David P. Shaw property; thence departing from the aforesaid Gaskins property; and with the Shaw Property N 20° 35' 00" E 761.06 ft to an iron pipe corner to the N.V. Estates Inc. property; thence departing from the Shaw property and with the N.V. Estates, Inc. property N 38° 08' 02” E 644.06 ft to an iron pipe corner to Kenneth T. Larsen, Jr., which is designated as the Residue Tract; thence departing from the aforesaid N.V. Estates, Inc. property and with the said Larsen Property as follows: S 51° 27' 43” E 1,185.37 ft to ah iron pipe; S 19° 52' 10” E 163.84 ft to an iron pipe; N 27° 23’ 32’ E 695.68 ft to an iron pipe; S 62° 36' 29" E 625.98 ft to a concrete monument found corner to the Kulski and Lora H. Jenkins properties; thence departing from Larsen and Kulski Properties and with said Jenkins property as follows: S 27° 23’ 31” W 1,213.42 ft to an iron pipe; S 26° 55’ 44" W 580.00 ft to an iron pipe, comer to the aforesaid Peter W. Richold property; thence departing from the Lora H. Jenkins property and with the Richold property as follows: N 62° 36' 28’rW 710.00 ft to an iron pipe; S 27° 20' 29" W 570.67 ft to an iron pipe; N 83° 07' 59" W 749.89 ft to the point of beginning and containing 74.0000 Acres as shown on a survey prepared by James H. Harris Associates, Inc. dated July 31, 1992 and being the same property conveyed to Kenneth T. Larsen, Jr. and Marcia Larsen by Deed of Partition dated October 20, 1992 and recorded in Deed book 682 at page 1560 in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, Virginia. Terms: Sale shall be to the highest bidder for cash who is a qualified purchaser, and the successful bidder shall provide to the Special Commissioner of Sale at least ten percent (10%) of the final bid amount by cashier’s check or certified fund prior to the property being cried off to the successful bidder, said funds to be payable to the Marshall National Bank and Trust Co. as General Receiver for the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, Virginia; sale to be confirmed by the Court; at the proper time, the Court will direct the successful bidder to deposit the entire balance of purchase price in Marshall National Bank and Trust Co. as General Receiver for the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, Virginia to the credit of the Court of this cause; in the event purchaser defaults, the property shall be resold at the expense and risk of the defaulting purchaser, the Court dispensed with the giving of bond by the Special Commissioner; the property is to be sold by the Court free from all liens except for 1999 real estate taxes which shall be prorated to the date of settlement. WALTER C. JACOB Special Commissioner Attorney at Law VSB#12019 2 Pidgeon Hill Drive Suite 490 Sterling, Virginia 20165 Tel: (703) 430-6200 Auctioneer: Craig r. Damewood VAR#680 Purcellville, Virginia Tel: (540)668-6179 7-28, 8-4-99 #289284 SALES FULL-TIME SALARY PLUS COMMISSION 25k TO 35k PER YEAR 703-449-1922 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY DIANE WOODWARD BURKE, et als, Complainants vs. HELEN WINCE BRAGG, et als, Respondents IN CHANCERY NO. 99CH13 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to establish ownership of certain real property containing 12.337 acres, more or less, located in the Stonewall-Hawthorne Magisterial District of Rappahannock County, Virginia, and more particularly described by deed dated April 26, 1912, and recorded in Deed book 2, at Page 288, among the land records of Rappahannock County, Virginia, wherein the aforesaid property was conveyed to Mary E. Grimsley. An affidavit having been filed by the Complainants, Diane Woodward Burke, William Ashby Woodward and Irma Mae Grimsley Street, that diligence has been used by the Complainant to ascertain in what county or city the hereinafter named Respondents reside without effect, to-wit: HOWARD GRIMSLEY WINCE, CHARLES W. SCHMIDT, KEVIN D.SCHMIDT, ROBERT GEORGE KYLE, WILLIAM T. LEMAIRE, DAVID MANUEL, EMMA GRIMSLEY MARSHALL, DORIS GRIMSLEY DUNCAN, JOY P. DYER, HAZEL PUTNAM COOK, MABEL GRIMSLEY, CARL BURGESS, BARBARA GRIMSLEY MILES, WILLIAM GARRISON GRIMSLEY. JR.. MARVIN “TIPPY" GRIMSLEY. JAMES CLIFFORD GRIMSLEY, AND ELEANOR GRIMSLEY RECTOR, and that their last known post office addresses are unknown, and/or that the said Respondents may be nonresidents of the State of Virginia; and/or that the number of Respondents upon whom process has been served exceeds ten (10), and that such Respondents represent like interests with the parties not served with process; and that there are such other persons who may clain an interest in the aforesaid property and/or who may be heirs, devisees or successors in title to JOHN N. GRIMSLEY, deceased, MARGARET GRIMSLEY, deceased, W. SHELTON GRIMSLEY, deceased, MARY E. GRIMSLEY, deceased, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties respondents by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN; the Court hereby grants and enters this Order of Publication this 7th day of July, 1999. UPON CONSIDERATION WHEREOF, it is Ordered that the Respondent appear no later than the 17th day of September, 1999, at 4:00 p.m., which date and time satisfy the statutory time requirements set forth in § 8.01-317 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this suit. IT FURTHER ORDERED that this Order be published once a week for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Rappahannock News, a newspaper having general circulation in the County of Rappahannock, State of Virginia, and published in that County. ENTER: William Shore Robertson DATE July I ask for this: M. Andrew Gayheart M. Andrew Gayheart, P.C. 127 w. Davis Street P.O. Box 1583 Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Telephone (540) 825-3200 Facsimile (540) 825-3277 Virginia State Bar No. 26385 A COPY-TESTE: Diane Bruce, Clerk Margaret Ralph, Dep Clerk 7-21,7-28, 8-4, 8-11-99 *268759 DRIVERS Nations largest Petroleum Carrier looking for qualified Drivers to join our team. Competitive wages, excellent benefits. Good working schedule & new equipment. QUALIFICATIONS: • 23 years of age or older • 1 year driving experience • Clan A CDL with hazmat & tanker endorsements • Clean driving & criminal record For appointment Contact Mr. Greer at 1-800-878-7497 «• lament I Full Tim* Employment I ACCOUNTING/BILLING MANAGEMENT POSITION for medical practice. Experience necessary. send cover letter resume to 440 Hospital Dr. Warrenton, VA 20186 Auto Mechanic with VA state inspector license. Salary comm, w/ exp. 40-45 hrs/wk. 540-829-0001 Automotive Mechanic’s Helper Warrenton Midas needs full-time mechanic's helper. Call John or Roger: 540-341-0033 HELP WANTED! For small convenience store in Downtown Warrenton. Must be at least 21 years of age & able to work mornings and some weekends. Call Jean @ 540-347-5586. LOADER/ EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Wanted for permanent part-time position working in Rappahannock County 5 days per week. Excellent opportunity for local farmer or retired person with equipment experience to make extra steady income. Please Call: (540) 825-0300 EOE PET GROOMER IMMEDIATE OPENING exp., for estab. clientele at a full service pet center, FT, good pay, Call for details. 540-347-4855 SURVEY RODMAN/ INSTRUMENTMAN Multi-discipline A/E firm seeks qualified individuals for Rodman and Instrument Positions. We offer project diversity. Ex^ cellent work apmosphere and benefits. Including health plan, 401K, vacation and holidays. Qualified parties are invited to submit a resume to: Frederice Ward Associates, Inc. 22-B John Marshall Street Warrenton, Va 20186 540-349-8385 ^aithO^^untain Company Tired of the same old routine? Our busy Customer Service department needs an energetic, organized ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. Successful candidate will be detail oriented, flexible ad computer literate with word processing and spreadsheet abilities. Come join our team-pleasant working environment close to home. Applications being accepted through August 6, 1999. Stop by to complete an application at our office at 12625 lee Highway, Sperryville or fax your resume to Judy at (540) 987-7288 or e-mail us at hr@faithmountain.com. An Equal Opportunity TJnployer 7 i

EMPLOYMENT TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR/ DISPATCH Join the Nations Largest Petroleum Transportation Company for an exciting career Looking for an outgoing, dedicated and energetic individual to join our team This position involves hard work and some weekends. Company offers competitive salary, bonus potential and excellent benefits. Dispatch management experience preferred but not required. Recent college grads welcome to apply. SEND RESUME 703-503-9403 DISPATCHER/MATRON The Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office is now accepting applications for the following position of DupatcherlMalron. Applications may he obtained in person from the Sheriff’s Office Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Applications must be completed & returned to the Sheriffs Office prior to August 13, 1999. Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office P.O. Box 487 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-3331 An Equal Opportunity Employer (- \ Bids & Proposals <___> ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS EXTENDED Sealed proposals shall be addressed to and deposited with Dr. David Gangel, Superintendent, at the Office of the Rappahannock County School Board, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Virginia 22747, until 2:00 p.m., local prevailing time, August 10, 1999, for the following project: Additions and Alterations to the Rappahannock County High School Rappahannock County, Virginia Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the School Board Office at the time stated above. Class A Virginia General Contractor certification shall be required. Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified check, a cashier’s check or the bid bond of an approved Surety Company, in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the proposal. Drawings and Project Manuals for bidding purposes may be obtained by the contractors at the office of Hayes Large Architects, 321 North Front Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101; Phone (717) 2384795; Fax (717) 238-4800; e-mail Harrisburg@HayesLarge.com; on or after June 2, 1999, upon deposit of $300.00 for one set of Drawings and Project Manuals, which amount (less $50.00 for expense of postage and handling if documents are mailed to bidder), will be refunded to the bidder only upon submission of a bona fide bid and the return of the Drawings and Project Manuals, including addenda, to the Architect in reusable condition within ten (10) days after the date of the opening of bids; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited. A second set of Drawings and Project Manuals may be obtained upon an additional refundable deposit of an $300.00. Additional sets of Drawings and Project Manuals may be purchased. Bidding Documents may be examined at the following locations: Dodge Plan Room, 7926 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 850, McLean VA 22102 Dodge Plan Room, 5540 Falmouth Street, Suite 304, Richmond, VA 23229 The Plan Room, 308 Turner Road, Suite D, Richmond, VA 23225 Valley Construction News, 904-C South High Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Rappahannock County School Board Office, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, VA 22747 Rappahannock County School Board reserves the right to waive any informalities in bids, or to reject any or all bids. 7-28-99 *269248 RAPPAHANNOCK - RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD £ASg MANAQER II - DAY TREATMENT 0006-01 FT position Dased in Fauquier. Performing case management and therapeutic services for new adolescent day treatment program. BS in human services & 2 years exp. EMPLOYMENT TRAINING SPECIALIST II #0006-01 FT in Culpeper, coordinate programs to enhance community integration/ vocational opportunities for MH consumers. BS or equiv exp. RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #0007-01. FT positions available in group homes for developmental^ disabled adults. Associates or equiv THERAPEUTIC BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST »000S-01. FT located in Culpeper area providing therapeutic behavioral interventions to children with serious emotional disturbances. High school diploma and knowledge of mental health issues. APPLY WITH RRCSB APPLICATION BY 12:00 NOON, FRIDAY MAY 28, 1999, TO HUMAN RESOURCES, PO BOX 1568, CULPEPER, VA 22701. (540)825-3100 TDD: (540)825-7391 EEO/AA m ^ THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON GENERAL MAINTENANCE Do you take pride in your excellent skills? Great opportunity to work with a very talented manager in nice surroundings. Plumbing Electrical A/C Painting General Carpentry Willing to train talented individual. Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation, sick days, health insurance. 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Photo courtesy of Cathy Magaro Rappahannock Athletic Association 10 and under softball team: From left to right, Kneeling - Jessica Ekins, Brittany Buchholz, Samantha Magaro, Nicole Espinola, Crystal Heflin; Standing - Meagan Smith, Maarit von Kutzleben, Christina Naramore, Ella Miller, Hannah Whitley, Rachel Patterson, Katie Murphy; Coaches - Fred Naramore, Sandy Fletcher, Tony Kapp. Not pictured are Heather and Alyse Gentry. Softball team has big season BY MAURI PAYNE Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The very young Rappahannock Athletic Association softball program took a giant step forward when its 10 and under team took second place in the Virginia Babe Ruth League District 3 tournaments held over the Fourth of July weekend in Greene County, thereby earning a trip to the state tournam >nts in Orange County this year. The team was led by the home run hitting of first baseman Katie Murphy and pitcher/shortstop Christina Naramore, both of Amissville, in the team’s defeat of tournament powerhouse Madison County. Also contributing with aggressive play were first-year player Crystal Heflin of Castleton, Meagan Smith and Maarit von Kutzleben, both of Amissville, and Ella Miller, who at age eight is the youngest player on the team. Most of the starting lineup had a tournament batting average of over .500. This, combined with excellent defensive plays, led to Rappahannock’s 34-21 victory over Madison. Coached by Tony Kapp of Viewtown, with assistance from Sandy Fletcher and Fred Naramore of Amissville, this team made quite an impression with their ball handling skills, maturity and great attitude. Mrs. Keyser celebrates 97th Mrs. Addie Keyser will have her 97th birthday on Tuesday Aug 3. She was bom and raised here in Rappahannock County. Her children are Donald Keyser of Alexandria, Mrs. Marie Rutherford of Front Royal, Daniel Keyser of Sperryville, Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill and Mrs. Virginia Cloud of Washington. We wish her many more years of good health and happiness. Keyser of Alexandria and Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Fincham and son, Alex. Mrs. Sarah Brown and Mrs. Ruth Clark shopped and had lunch in Warrenton on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown and daughters, Amanda and Bobbie Jo enjoyed the day Sunday at Colonial Beach and en route home had dinner in Warrenton. Ms. Bonnie Brown of Gaithersburg, Md. was a She loves to receive cards and her address is 13205 Lee Highway, Washington, Va. 22747. I know she will really appreciate hearing from her friends since she hasn’t been feeling too well lately. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simmons had dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark on Sunday evening. Sunday and Monday guests of Mrs. Erma Jenkins were Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley of Fredericksburg. Visitors Sunday of Mrs. Addie Keyser were Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill, Donald Sunday evening visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo. Miss Alicia Butler and Kevin McGuire of Vienna spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Alice Butler. Rev. and Mrs. Phil Bailey joined them for lunch on Sunday. Happy birthday to Ms. Carla Settle of Madison and to Mrs. Jean B. Moffett on Saturday, July 31. Have a good week and pray for rain which we need so badly. Please call 675-3608 when you have news for this column. rsf • - ’• I? Real Estate Directory ■ fg — Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office in Washington. Mary Melville Lewis to Michael Cioffi, 39.180 acres, Jackson District. $275,000. Wilhelmina R. Price, trustee to Charles E. Williams and wife, 3.00 acres, Stonewall District. $120,000. Robert Stanley Wharton and wife to Virginia Darlene Compton and others, interest, Stonewall District. Deed of EQUAL HOUSING l"l OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-4248590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 4263500. 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Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Main Street, Sperryville - 2 BR home, eat-in kitchen, bath, ce.itral heat. $65,000 Park Boundary and Broad Hollow Stream are features of these 10.1 wooded acres. $75,000 James W. Leake 987-8236 Bud Corder • John Eubank 675-3291 ^ 987-8146 REAL ESTATE WANTED Professional artist/illustrator seeks country home in Rappahannock County with space which would serve as studio (attached or detached). Open to options including purchase, lease or lease with option. Prefer Flint Hill area. 540-987-9200 Rare Opportunity in Sperryville Three 5 acre lots, mountain views, one with pond, all perc. approved, easy access. All lots open, excellent for horses. Starting at $49; in Shown by appt. only FOR SALE BY OWNER Steve Leake (540)923-4525 Just West of Sperryville 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Rambler, 1120 square feet, large kitchen/dining/living areas combined, all appliances, low maintenance, easy access. Commercial zoning available. $129,500 By appointment only Call Steve Leake * 540-923-4525 HOT STUFF. . . LITTLE WASHINGTON town 1.5 acre lot with our grandest Victorian as neighbor. Open and woods, percs, mountain views. ~ $55,000. LITTLE WASHINGTON area: 3 BR house on 3.5 acres open/woods, stream, mountain views, shed, jog to The Inn or Shen. Nat'l. Park. ~ $90,000. RAPPAHANNCOK RIVER frontage of 1,000 ft. on 26 acres open and woods. Spring, pond site, mountain views. Tapps Ford area ~ $160,000. Also 4.1 acres (two lots) with 400 ft. frontage ~ $49,000. SHENANDOAH NAT’L PARK BORDERS 5.6 acres at end of Rt. 681 in FT Valley, spring, stream near Hot Mt. - $49,000. WATERFALL BRANCH cascades through 15 wooded acres, olde wide rock walls, near SNP west of Flint Hill - $75,000. WHY NOT buy all of the above? ROGER BATCHELDER, still behind the rock wall on Gay St. Washington, VA 22747 540-675-1776 540-937-1776 Residence BRICK RAMBLER Situated on one plus acre, over 1,700 square feet on a full finished basement, four bedrooms, two baths. Also 20 x24’ detached garage. Fronts US 211. $185,1 • II I Additional acreage and commercial shop building available. FOR SALE BY OWNER Steve Leake (540) 923-4525